Greetings from the Miccosukee Youth Education Foundation! The MYEF was founded in 2002 for
the purpose of helping children in Grades Kindergarten through 12 excel in reading, writing,
Language Arts, math, science, technology and excel on the Florida Standards Assessment Test
(FSA). Since then the Foundation has had the privilege of working with
children, parents, teachers, and administrators in our efforts to improve academic achievement
among our participants.

The Foundation is committed to providing quality services and programs in the Miccosukee
(Leon County, Florida) and surrounding areas. With increased collaboration and support from
both public and private sectors, the Foundation can continue its role in providing enhanced
teaching and learning for the participants we serve.

Please view the information on our website. This will allow you the opportunity to learn more
about the programs and services provided by the Foundation.

Mary L. Young, Founder
and Executive Director

Mary Young holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical
University. She also holds the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degree in
Educational Administration and Supervision from Florida State University, respectively. Dr.
Young has extensive experience in curriculum and development, teaching and training. For more
than 30 years, she has served as teacher and administrator. Her background and experience
includes teaching, administration, finance, advising, facilitating, grant-writing, managing, and
evaluating. Following 34 years as teacher and administrator, Dr. Young now serves as
executive director of the Miccosukee Youth Education Foundation. As founder and director,
she has volunteered more than 8,000 hours in her role as Executive Director.